Is Farage right that Trump's cabinet picks are not 'typical career politicians'?
IBTimes UK looks at the President-elect's incoming cabinet appointments.
Man shot his wife in the back of her head – and claimed she was responsible
Daniel Politte said his wife suffered with depression and body-image issues.
Philip Hammond threatens to turn UK into a tax haven if it loses single market membership
The chancellor said UK will do whatever we have to do' to remain 'competitively engaged' with Europe.
Jeremy Corbyn defends Trump-style approach to boost popularity as 'system is rigged'
Statement follows reports the Labour Party leader will emulate the language of the US president-elect.
At least 20 confirmed dead as 'overloaded' boat capsizes in India
The boat was returning from a Hindu religious festival carrying at least 40 people.
At least 30 dead in Deir ez-Zour after Isis launches biggest attack in Syria for months
The area is of strategic importance to Daesh, linking Raqqa and territory in Iraq.
Syria opposition agrees to take part in peace talks
The talks are due to take place on 23 January following talks between Russia, Turkey and Iran
Russia says Yemen ambassador was not shot and killed after unconfirmed reports
Vladimir Dedushkin was reportedly 'keeping a close eye' in the war-torn country.
Christopher Steele 'frustrated' by spy services inaction before leaking Trump 'dirty dossier'
Former spy told Mother Jones the FBI was more concerned with investigating Hillary Clinton.
'Unsafe' frozen meat and fish products recalled after packaged in 'unapproved premises'
Home Bargains, Factory Foods and Fultons Foods are among the shops affected.
GPs hit back after Theresa May blames them for NHS crisis
PM said GPs need to push forward with a seven-day service, but she was accused of 'scapegoating'.
Bejamin Netanyahu declines to attend 'rigged' Israel-Palestine peace conference in Paris
The Israeli PM will only accept bilateral talks, while Palestine welcomes the 70-strong delegation.
Syria ceasefire 'largely' holding despite intense fighting in Wadi Barada valley
The area controls Damascus' water supply and over 5 million people have been without water since December.
China develops new 'humpback' nuclear submarines with 'capability of striking US'
The 'Jin' Type 094A carries 12 submarine-launched ballistic missiles known as 'big waves'.
Drug chain CVS drops Mylan's EpiPen for alternative costing sixth of the price
Mylan was at the heart of a firestorm after it raised prices by 450% since 2004.
Hamas posed as attractive women on Facebook to hack Israeli phones, IDF claims
'A human connection' was made in order to get soldiers to unwittingly download a virus.
'Nearly half of all Mosul casualties are civilians,' UN says
The battle to retake Iraq's second city from Isis could be complete within three months.
NHS boss hits back at May's claim that health service got more money than it asked for
Simon Stevens accused the prime minister of 'stretching the truth'.
Labour calls for investigation into 'disturbing' influence of Israeli embassy on British politics
Al Jazeera footage shows embassy official Shai Masot plotting to 'take down' critical ministers.
Ex-MI6 officer Christopher Steele named as author of Trump dossier
The intelligence officer has reportedly fled his home and is 'terrified for his safety'.
Taiwan scrambles jets after Chinese warships approach from South China Sea
It is the latest rumbling of a tense dispute between the two countries.
Muslim girls must attend Swiss mixed-sex swimming lessons, court rules
Turkish parents found to be 'breaching their duty' by refusing to let daughters participate.
State crackdown on dissent feared as four secularist activists 'disappear' in Pakistan
Waqas Goraya, Asim Saeed, Salman Haider and Ahmed Raza have all criticised the authorities.
Corbyn makes U-turns on maximum wage and immigration policies – hours after they are announced
Labour Party leader's much-trailed attempt to 'reboot' marred by confusion and contradictions.
Ray J quits Celebrity Big Brother after unbearable tooth pain
The rapper and Kim Kardashian's former boyfriend leaves due to dental health issues.
Read all about it: Trinity Mirror and Express Newspapers 'in merger talks' for second time
The two British newspaper groups held talks in 2015 but they broke down over disagreements on price.
France charms US in bid to take Nato leadership from Britain
Britain in danger of losing prestigious second-in-command Nato role it has held since 1951.
Italy's Five-Star mocked after failed attempt to ditch Ukip for liberals
The party is being accused of trying to become part of the establishment.
Footage of Fort Lauderdale shooting leaked, sparking investigation into release
Video shows killer casually strolling through baggage hall before shooting indiscriminately.
Leaked audiotape allegedly reveals Netanyahu struck deal with media tycoon for favourable press
The charge comes at a time when Israeli PM already faces a number of corruption allegations.
